SLMP Regional Field Workshop
Butler, Pennsylvania | June 2, 2026
Hosted by the Society of Lake Management Professionals
& Phil Hay & Sons Excavating
What you need to know for Tuesday:
Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 8am to 5pm
Off Site Social Starts: 5pm
Location: 110 Eiffler Ln, Butler
What to Wear:
1. Dress in layers as it will start out chilly in the morning with a low of 50* and become rather comfortable with a high of 73*.
2. Wear comfortable boots or tennis shoes you don't mind getting dirty. (No high heals please!)
3. Bring a hat, sunglasses and sun screen.
Address and Parking:
1. The address is 110 Eiffler Lane, Butler, PA
2. Follow the signs for parking.
Registration & Meals:
1. SLMP's registration desk will be open at 8am, please be sure to check in upon arrival.
2. There will be a light continental breakfast available when you arrive.
3. A BBQ lunch is provided on site.
4. Following the close of the workshop, we will all meet at a local joint for an evening social and more networking.
5. Attendees will have a chance to purchase raffles tickets to win the feeder provided by Texas Hunter. Bring some cash!!!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE FIELD
✔ Fishery and water quality planning
✔ Pond construction fundamentals
✔ Site selection best practices
✔ Soils workshop (hands-on)
✔ Habitat installation
SCHEDULE SNAPSHOT
8:00 Registration
Morning: Pond Construction Focus
Lunch (provided)
Afternoon: Habitat & Fisheries Strategy
5:00 Informal Offsite Social
REGISTRATION RATES
Speedy Bird Rates
(through April 14)
$149 Speedy Bird (SLMP Members only – 1st 30 registrations)
$249 Speedy Bird (Non-Member)
Standard Rates
(April 15 – June 1)
$199 Standard Registration (SLMP Members Only)
$299 Standard Registration (Non-Member)
Onsite Rates
(June 2)
$249 Onsite Registration (SLMP Members Only)
$349 Onsite Registration (Non-Member)
Student Rates
High School & College Students may attend for free. Proof of enrollment may be required. For more info or to register, contact us at info@lakeprofessionals.org
NO BALLROOMS.
NO FORMAL DINNER.
JUST PROFESSIONALS BUILDING PONDS BETTER.
Attendance is Limited to provide you with optimal learning time.
all attendees have a chance to win a texas hunter model lm135 fish feeder valued at over $1,200!!
Unlike traditional conferences, this workshop is intentionally designed to keep sponsors in the field alongside attendees, creating natural opportunities to demonstrate products, discuss solutions, and build relationships with professionals who actively design, build, and manage ponds.
Sponsorship Benefits
Sponsors receive:
Company logo displayed on event promotional materials and website
Recognition in event marketing and communications
Opportunity to display equipment, products, or materials on site
Direct networking with pond construction and lake management professionals
Recognition during the workshop program
Limited Availability
To maintain a high-quality experience for both attendees and sponsors, sponsorships are limited to just 12 companies.
Sponsorship Fee: $1,000
Early registration is strongly encouraged as sponsorship opportunities are expected to fill quickly.
